Maserati glorious history Maserati Racing History Of Note: f Maserati in bitter feud with Ferrari from 1930 to 1960 Historic F-1 Pilots f Juan Manuel Fangio (F1 Champion in 57, and in 1954). f Tazio Nuvolari f Sir Stirling Moss f Alberto Ascari Fangio f John Surtees f Froilan “Cabezon” Gonzales f Jean Behra f Wilbur Shaw f Mike Hawthorn f Maria Teresa de Filippis (first & only F1 female driver) f Over 200 victories in various categories (to 1967) f 32 Grand Prix Victories (1951-1957) f 2 Championships Formula 1 f 6 Grand Prix Victories (1958-1967) f 63 Grand Prix Victories 1926-1950 (prior to FIA) f 2 Victories Indianapolis f 9 Victories in Mille Miglia (in its class) & Targa Florio de Filippis 2 New Modena Ferrari-Maserati Museum – to be opened in 2011 (located in Enzo Ferrari birthplace) X Maserati Factory 3 The Maserati Brothers The Maserati brothers, seven male sons, were all born in a small house on the outskirts of Voghera, (near Milan-Piacenza). All became involved in engineering, and later in design and construction of automobiles and engines. Carlo the oldest son, as a very young apprentice, designed an engine in 1898 to power a bicycle (velocipede). He found a patron, Marquis Carcano who, started a factory for bicycle engine production in the same year. 4 The Maserati Brothers Carlo Maserati took part in motor cycle competitions for a few seasons and successes were gained during 1898-1900. 1901 Carlo went to work for Fiat, then in 1903, for Isotta Fraschini, as technical adviser & test- driver. He quickly made a career for himself. 5 The Maserati Brothers 1903, Carlo hired his brother Alfieri, only sixteen, but with a passion equal to Carlo’s refined mechanical sensitivity. Alfieri made a name for himself at Isotta Fraschini as a technician and as a driver and later the firm sent him and Ettore to Argentina, then to London and finally, in 1912 to Bologna with the task of organizing customer service. In 1914 Alfieri Maserati set out on his own. 6 The first Maserati (1914 – 1937) On 14th December, 1914, Maserati ("Società Anonima Officine Alfieri Maserati“) was founded A "trademark" was to be added to the list of those which "had made" the history of the automobile and a Trident that evoked Bologna famous fountain. As a result of WW1 these were not good times except for arms and munitions factories. 7 The first Maserati (1914 – 1937) The business specialized in race car preparation utilizing Isotta Fraschini engines, Alfieri was joined by Ettore and Ernesto Maserati and five mechanics. It was the beginning of a legend! Alfieri & Ettore were recruited into war action and the workshop was entrusted to young Ernesto (16 years old). 8 The first Maserati (1914 – 1937) Isotta Fraschini engines were race modified for Alfieri Maserati's race appearances, which were becoming more frequent and successful. Alfieri drove brilliantly in 1921 winning numerous important European races (ie. Monza) and establishing a name for Maserati. 9 The first Maserati (1914 – 1937) In 1925, Maserati brothers committed themselves to the construction of an entire car, the first to carry their name ... the famous Maserati Tipo 26. 10 The first Maserati (1914 – 1937) Tipo 26 was 8-cylinder with 1.5 litre supercharged displacement developing 120 bhp Its 1926 debut with Alfieri driving in the Targa Florio. It came first in its class. 11 The first Maserati (1914 – 1937) After that victories came fast. In 1929 Maserati won the Tripoli Grand Prix & famous Mille Miglia. In 1929, Maserati set a new world speed record in a Tipo V4, an extraordinary car with a V16 engine made by coupling two Tipo 26 engine blocks. This speed record lasted for 8 years. Performance that established Maserati’s image & sales 12 The first Maserati (1914 – 1937) In 1933, Tazio Nuvolari drove Maserati to numerous international victories such as the Belgian Grand Prix, the Coppa Ciano and the Nice Grand Prix 13 The Orsi years (1937 – 1967) Historic factory location In 1937, Maserati brothers gave financial management to the Orsi family, keeping their hands on the engineering. This financial assistance opened the way to many important victories In 1939, the firm moved to its celebrated premises in Viale Ciro Menotti, Modena. 14 Maserati Racing In 1939 & 1940, Maserati won the Indianapolis 500 with Wilbur Shaw in an 8CTF. Maserati is the only Italian constructor to win the legendary American race. 15 The Orsi years (1937 – 1967) Extraordinary creativity served the WW2 Italian war effort as it converted to machine tool production, electrical components, spark plugs & even electric vehicles. 16 Maserati Road Cars 1500 Gran Turismo (A6) Years of production: 1946-1950 Numbers produced: 61 Engine: 6 cylinder, 1500cc, 65 hp In 1941, decision was made for the development of a GT car, but the first Maserati ever road car were not built until 1946 (after the war). “1500 Gran Turismo” had an overhead cam engine, a sophisticated valve command system & a tubular chassis - innovative for its time with round section steel tubes. All bodies built by Pinin Farina. 17 Maserati Road Cars 2000 Gran Turismo (A6G) 2000 Gran Turismo had a new two-litre engine based on power of the A6GCS racing cars. Compression ratio and power was reduced to allow engine to run on commercial fuel. Coupé bodies built by Frua, Vignale & Pinin Farina. Years of production: 1950-1951 Numbers produced: 16 Engine: 6 cylinder, 2000cc, 100 hp 18 Maserati Road Cars A6GCS Berlinetta Extraordinary car was presented in 1954, a Sports Car fitted with an elegant closed “berlinetta” body from Pinin Farina. A6GCS was a successful 2-seater road race car and was much loved by racing drivers of the era for its excellent driving qualities. This car is one of the most sought-after historic Maseratis (recently sold for $ 5 M). Years of production: 1953-1954 Numbers produced: 4 Engine: 6 cylinder, 2000cc, 170 hp 19 Maserati Road Cars 2000 Gran Turismo (A6G54) Experience with successful A6GCS was used for a small series GT cars with elevated performances and reserved to a limited number of elite customers. Twin cam engine was detuned and gave a true GT performance & was highly appreciated by the public. Coupé and spyder bodies made by Frua, Zagato and Allemano. Years of production: 1954-1957 Numbers produced: 60 Engine: 6 cylinder, 2000cc, 150 hp 20 The Orsi years (1937 – 1967) During 1950s, Sir Stirling Moss drove for Maserati - numerous victories but failed to win F1 world championship. In 1957, Juan Manuel Fangio made a triumphant return in Argentine GP where Maserati took all three places on the podium. (1st Fangio, 2nd Behra, 3rd Menditeguy). In 1957 (& 1954) Fangio had won the F1 world title in a Maserati 250 F. Grace Kelly, Pr. Ranieri & Fangio 21 The Orsi years (1937 – 1967) In 1957 due to financial problems, Maserati unexpectedly announced it would no longer race, but continue designing race cars. Several racing masterpieces were produced including Tipo 60 & 61 "Birdcage" & 3-litre V12 used on the Cooper-Maserati Formula 1 car during 1965-67. 22 Maserati Road Cars 3500 GT & GTI Years of production: 1957-1964 Numbers produced: 1983 (all versions) Engine: 6 cylinder, 3.5L, 220 & 235 hp 3500 GT was first production car built in large numbers. Made from aluminium & attached to a tubular steel frame. 6-cylinder from 1956 350S racing car and was characterised by excellent torque values at low engine speed. 3500GT was a success and resolved the economical difficulties of Maserati at the time. 23 Maserati Road Cars 3500 GT & GTI Spyder With the coupé, an open version of the 3500 GT was under development. Final design was a masterpiece of designer Vignale. Spyder replaced drum brakes by more modern disc brakes. Years of production: 1958-1964 Numbers produced: 242 Engine: 6 cylinder, 3.5L, 220 & 235 hp 24 Maserati Road Cars 5000 GT Worldwide success of 3500 GT drew attention to Maserati. Requested specifically by the Shah of Persia the 5000 GT was born. Only best components were used to build this extraordinary car. Powerful V8 originated from 450S racing car which Juan Manuel Fangio won the 1957 Sebring 12 hour race. Years of production: 1959-1966 Bodies were created by most famous Numbers produced: 34 coachbuilders: Touring, Pinin Farina, Engine: 90° V8, 5.0L, 325 & 340 hp Allemano, Ghia, Bertone, Vignale and Frua. 25 Maserati Road Cars Sebring Presented in 1962, named after Florida race track where it had obtained an important victory a few years earlier. The Sebring had numerous technical improvements over the 3500 GT. Automatic transmission, air conditioning and Borrani wire wheels were available. Years of production: 1962-1968 Numbers produced: 600 Engine: 6 cylinder; 3.5L, 3,7L & 4.0L; 220-265 hp 26 Maserati Road Cars Quattroporte l In the early 1960’s, Maserati planned an extraordinary luxury saloon car. Alberto Sordi Top speed 230 km/h, fastest saloon production car at the time. Years of production: 1963-1969 Exterior design by Frua and had a modern sheet metal Numbers produced: 776 monocoque structure instead of a tubular frame. Engine: 90° V8, 4.1L & 4.7L, 260 & 290 hp 27 Maserati Road Cars Mistral & Mistral Spyder Years of production: 1964-1969 Numbers produced: 955 Engine: 6 cylinder; 3.5L, 3,7L & 4.0L; 220-265 hp Mistral commenced Maserati’s tradition to name Gran Turismo cars after famous winds (the Ghibli, Bora, Merak, Khamsin, Karif and Shamal would follow). The Mistral was a 2-seater fastback body by Frua. Doors, bonnet and rear window frame were made from aluminium to reduce weight.